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Passengers at a central London train station on a fully packed platform full of Christmas travellers.

F🐭ull list of Christmas train stations closures and rail disruptions in the UK for ༺2024

UK 2 hours ago By Jasper King

Travellers at Heathrow airport ahead of Christmas, London. December 20, 2024. Drivers are being told to prepare for "one of the busiest Christmas getaways in years". Friday is predicted to be the busiest day on the roads during the festive period, with an estimated 23.7 million drivers planning a trip, the AA said.

Heathrow cancels 10♏0 flights as strong winds cause𝔉 chaos before Christmas

UK 1 hour ago By Sara Odeen-Isbister

Rubbish bins, England

Girl🎐, 5, fined £1,000 and threatened with court dates after council ‘caught her fly-tippin

UK 18 hours ago By Brooke Davies

Travellers at Heathrow airport ahead of Christmas, London. December 20, 2024. Drivers are being told to prepare for "one of the busiest Christmas getaways in years". Friday is predicted to be the busiest day on the roads during the festive period, with an estimated 23.7 million drivers planning a trip, the AA said.

Christmas travel chaos with bad weather groun🤡ding flights and closing roads

UK 1 day ago By Danny Rigg

A breathtaking view of Trafalgar Square on a snowy Christmas day, where an illuminated, majestic Christmas tree takes center stage. The square is blanketed in a layer of pure, white snow, creating a magical holiday atmosphere. In the background, the iconic Big Ben or Elizabeth Clock Tower and the majestic lion statues adorn the scene, making it a true winter wonderland. Trafalgar Square, White Christmas, Christmas Tree, Big Ben, Snowy Day, Snowfall, Winter Wonderland, Holiday Season, Illuminated Tree, Snow-Covered Square, London Landmarks, Majestic View, Lion Statues, Magical Atmosphere, Pure Snow

When was the last white Christmas in London?

UK 1 day ago By Sarah Hooper

‘It’s just a bit of DNA’ꦏ: The reality of being an egg donor in your 20s

Health 1 day ago By Jessica Hamilton

Dru🎐g dealer caught after he wore three Rolex watches on his wrist

UK 2 days ago By Brooke Davies

Woman﷽ chases phone snatchers down and uncovers their ‘secret𝓰’ hiding spot

UK 2 days ago By Brooke Davies

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Fake doctor injected patients with mystery substance at Londonꦿ hosꦕpital

UK 2 days ago By Brooke Davies

Officers investigating the assault of two men in Westminster - leaving one with life-changing injuries - have issued an image of a suspect they are keen to trace. Police were called at 22.33hrs on Saturday, 12 October, by an off-duty officer, who reported being punched in the back of the head in Covent Garden, close to the Royal Opera House.

Man in his 70s seriously injured after stranger punched him &🀅lsquo;in random attack’

UK 2 days ago By Brooke Davies

Treasured London music venue save🦩d from closure after community campaign

UK 1 day ago By Jay Davis

Man Shot in Harlesden as Police Hunt for Gunman Harlesden, London ??? A man in his 20s has been hospitalized following a shooting on Washbourne Road in Harlesden on the evening of Thursday, December 19. Metropolitan Police officers were called to the scene at around 9:10 PM after reports of gunfire. Paramedics from the London Ambulance Service (LAS) also attended and found the victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The man was rushed to hospital, where his injuries were assessed as non-life-threatening. Ongoing Investigation A large crime scene remains in place on Washbourne Road as detectives conduct inquiries. Officers are yet to make any arrests, and the gunman remains at large. The Metropolitan Police issued a statement urging witnesses to come forward: "Officers and London Ambulance Service attended and found a man, believed aged in his 20s, with a gunshot injury. He was taken to hospital for treatment ??? his condition is not life-threatening. A crime scene remains in place. There has been no arrest, and enquiries into the circumstances continue." Community Concerns Residents of Harlesden have expressed concerns about rising violence in the area. While the exact motive for the shooting is unclear, locals hope the increased police presence will lead to swift justice. Appeal for Information Police are asking anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has any information, to come forward. Call: 101 and quote reference CAD7364/19Dec

Gunman still on the run nearly a day after shooting near Londo🔯n nu��rsery

UK 2 days ago By Brooke Davies

A full English breakfast on a table, with a cup of tea

World's 100 best cities for food revealed — and Brits won't be happy

Food 2 days ago By Courtney Pochin

London cityscape with Canary Wharf financial district and The Shard skyscraper, England, UK

Plans confirmed for London's new 1008ft skyscraper set to equal The Shard

UK 2 days ago By Luke Alsford

School children sitting at school.

Map shows areas in En♉gland where the most children are𒁏 homeless this Christmas

UK 2 days ago By Jasper King

6 tenants share their wildest laไndlord stories after r✃enting in the UK

Property 2 days ago By Eleanor Noyce

A man has been arrested after a woman was found with fatal stab wounds at a south west London address.Gemma Devonish, 42, was pronounced dead at the property in Nutfield Close Carshalton just after 10.30pm on Thursday.A man, 38, has been arrested on suspicion of murder.Detective Chief Inspector Alex Gammampila said: ?Our thoughts today are with Gemma?s family and friends who are trying to come to terms with this truly tragic event. We are offering them all the support that we can.?We know that the wider community will also be impacted and I would urge anyone with concerns to please speak with local officers.?While we have made an arrest detectives continue to carry out a number of enquiries as we build a picture of the events that led to this horrific murder.?I would ask anyone who was in the area of Nutfield Close who may have seen or heard anything suspicious, particularly on Wednesday 18 or morning of Thursday 19 December, to make contact.?

Man arrested after woman i🦩n her 40s found stabbed to death in house

UK 23 hours ago By John Dunne

London, United Kingdom Christmas Getaway Traffic queues on the A102M Blackwall Tunnel approach in Greenwich South East London as the Christmas getaway begins. The AA has issued an amber traffic warning as people begin to make their getaway ahead of the Christmas holidays.

Christmas traffic could be 'worst in years' as 23,700,000 journeys planned today

UK 2 days ago By Sam Corbishley

Christmas Tree and Tower Bridge at Night, London, UK

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Travel 3 days ago By Metro x Time Out Offers

Covent Garden Market decorated for Christmas in winter, London, England, UK

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Lifestyle 3 days ago By Sophie Laughton

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